Fistula for Dialysis

A fistula is created by connecting an artery to a vein in your lower arm. A fistula allows repeated access for each dialysis session.

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Fistula for Dialysis

A fistula is created by connecting an artery to a vein in your lower arm. A fistula allows repeated access for each dialysis session.

Current as ofOctober 31, 2018

Author: Healthwise Staff
Anne C. Poinier, MD – Internal Medicine
E. Gregory Thompson, MD – Internal Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Tushar J Vachharajani, MD, FASN, FACP – Nephrology

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Anne C. Poinier MDE. Gregory Thompson MDKathleen Romito MDTushar J Vachharajani MD FASN FACP

Last Updated

10/31/2018

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